PMDD occurs in 3% to 8% of menstruating women. Fatigue, mood changes, and abdominal bloating are common symptoms, but numerous other symptoms may occur. PMDD is diagnosed by a symptom diary or chart in which a woman records her daily symptoms for at least two consecutive menstrual cycles.
What are the symptoms of PMDD?
According to Medical News Today – Here are the Symptoms of PMDD, both common and rare, include:
- Severe fatigue
- Mood changes, including irritability, nervousness, depression, and anxiety
- Crying and emotional sensitivity
- Difficulty concentrating
- Heart palpitations
- Paranoia and issues with self-image
- Coordination difficulties
- Forgetfulness
- Abdominal bloating, increased appetite and gastrointestinal upset
- Headaches
- Backache
- Muscle spasms, numbness or tingling in the extremities
- Hot flashes
- Dizziness
- Fainting
- Sleeplessness
- Vision changes and eye complaints
- Respiratory complaints, such as allergies and infections
- Painful menses
- Decreased libido
- Easy bruising
- Heightened sensitivity